Historical Events tagged with "harold-macmillan"
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Macmillan Dismisses Seven Cabinet Members
British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan dismissed seven members of his Cabinet, signaling a pivotal shift in the National Liberal Party's influence within UK politics. This dramatic maneuver exposed deep divisions within the Conservative Party and stirred concerns over policy direction and leadership stability. Macmillan's decision to let go of such a significant number of ministers was unprecedented and illustrative of the mounting pressures within his administration, both from within and outside. The dismissed members included prominent figures and highlighted the shifting allegiances within the political landscape, ultimately marking the decline of the National Liberals as a viable political force.
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